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Colonel Michael Randrianirina is set to be sworn in as Madagascar’s transitional president following the impeachment and flight of former leader Andry Rajoelina. Randrianirina announced that the military had taken control, dissolving all institutions except the National Assembly, while pledging elections within 18 to 24 months. He denied staging a coup, calling it an act of national responsibility amid chaos. The takeover followed “Gen Z Madagascar” youth-led protests, while the African Union condemned the move and suspended Madagascar’s membership.
Thursday, 16 October, 2025